Best Schools in Clinton Twp, Michigan
12 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Clinton Twp by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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International Academy of Macomb
High · Chippewa Valley Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Chippewa Valley High School
High · Chippewa Valley Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Huron Elementary School
Elementary · Chippewa Valley Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Clinton Twp for 2026 are International Academy of Macomb (8.0/10), Chippewa Valley High School (6.5/10), and Huron Elementary School (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
12
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$209,567
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
12
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$209,567
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 8.0/10 despite 29% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.4 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Clinton Twp schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Clinton Twp
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (12 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | International Academy of Macomb | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Chippewa Valley High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Huron Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Chippewa Valley Adult and Mohegan Alt Educ | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Erie Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Wyandot Middle School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 7 | Icampus Virtual Learning School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Cherokee Elementary School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 9 | Miami Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 10 | Huron Academy Grades K2 | 4.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $71,013
- Median home value
- $209,567
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
8% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Clinton Twp compares
Michigan rank
#297 of 372
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Michigan avg (6.2)
Median household income
$71k
97% of Michigan median
Schools in this city
12
About Schools in Clinton Twp, Michigan
Clinton Twp, Michigan is home to 12 schools, including 12 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Clinton Twp show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Clinton Twp is International Academy of Macomb with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Clinton Twp is served by 3 school districts: Huron Academy, Chippewa Valley Schools, Clintondale Community Schools. These districts collectively serve 16,931 students.
Clinton Twp's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,013. The poverty rate in the area is 11.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 509 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.3 |
| 2 | 451 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.8 |
| 3 | 544 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.3 |
| 4 | 479 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
| 5 | 513 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.3 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 843 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 |
| 2 | 516 students · 6th–8th | 4.4 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 459 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 2,208 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
| 3 | 137 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 260 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.5 |
| 2 | 259 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.6 |
Schools in Clinton Twp
Clinton Twp, Michigan · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$71,013
Median Home Value
$209,567
Median Rent
$1,128/mo
Population
100,029
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
11.0%
Community Profile
Clinton Twp has a median household income of $71,013. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $209,567, with a median rent of $1,128/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.0%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Michigan
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
- Other
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Clinton Twp, Michigan
How many schools are in Clinton Twp, Michigan?
Clinton Twp has 12 schools, including 12 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Clinton Twp, Michigan?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Clinton Twp is 5.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Clinton Twp, Michigan?
The top-ranked school in Clinton Twp on MySchoolScout is International Academy of Macomb with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Clinton Twp, Michigan?
The top-ranked elementary school in Clinton Twp on MySchoolScout is Huron Elementary School with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Clinton Twp, Michigan?
The top-ranked middle school in Clinton Twp on MySchoolScout is Wyandot Middle School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best high school in Clinton Twp, Michigan?
The top-ranked high school in Clinton Twp on MySchoolScout is International Academy of Macomb with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Clinton Twp, Michigan?
Clinton Twp is served by 3 school districts: Huron Academy, Chippewa Valley Schools, Clintondale Community Schools.
What is the education level in Clinton Twp, Michigan?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Clinton Twp have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Clinton Twp, Michigan?
The median household income in Clinton Twp is approximately $71,013 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Clinton Twp, Michigan?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Clinton Twp is 26.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Clinton Twp, Michigan?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.